The spec says 10 FPS, is this in JPEG only? or does this include shooting in RAW?

One other point, this camera would be killer *if* it had a tilt-swivel screen. The recently announced Samsung EX2F, which replaces the TL500 has one, so does Canon's G12 and G1X... With these compact camera's needing more than ever before needing to differentiate themselves from camera phones, why isn't a tilt-swivel standard for compact cameras these days, especially at these prices.

While I agree that "this camera would be killer *if* it had a tilt-swivel screen"--to the point that I'm holding out hope that Pany's upcoming LX7 will have one (along with a similarly large sensor and fast lens) to replace my current TL500/EX1--I would also point out that a tilt-swivel screen generally adds the most to the thickness/depth of the camera, and in this dimension, the RX100 already exceeds the EX2(F). Also, don't forget to factor in sensor size. i.e. Sony already has to fit a significantly larger sensor in the RX100 than Samy does in the EX2(F).

Also don't forget to factor in sensor size when comparing apertures (more specifically DoF). i.e. f1.4 on the EX2 is more like f3.3 on the RX100.

While I (and probably you) would be willing to make that compromise, it's possible that there are more potential buyers who wouldn't - Mark

My U.S. NTSC model is fixed to 60i 24M (FX), 60i 17M (FH) and 60p 28M (PS). And I would imagine the reverse would be true for PAL models because page 29 of the manual states:

Quote:

This manual describes 1080 60i-compatible devices and 1080 50i-compatible devices. To check whether your camera is a 1080 60i-compatible device or {emphasis added} 1080 50i-compatible device, check for the following marks on the bottom of the camera.

I believe the frame rate on most Sony models is fixed. So if it's in the US, it'll be 60i or 60p and if it's Europe / Australia / NZ, it'll be 50i or 50p. It's not like Canon or Nikon who let you select 24, 24, 30, 50, 60 etc from menus.

I can confirm that mine in the UK is 50i - although I almost needed a microscope to see it!

Bought it last week, largely thanks to your preview Gordon then, in-shop, it was the size that swung it. It is very pocketable and can be instantly available whenever or wherever I want it. The main reason I wanted something like this is that my work involves a lot of driving and there have been times when it would have been great to have something like the RX100 "right there" instead of having to jump out of the car and access the bag in the boot. Also, my work takes me into some pretty rough estates at times and I never particularly liked having to leave valuable gear in the car. Now, hopefully, I can have the best of both worlds.

I bought the camera from a local chain Gordon. Although it is not one of your links I like to support them too, not least for the "hands-on" availability and they are a knowledgeable bunch. So I'll be buying you a coffee. Cheers!